I noticed the CTC-16 as I posted. And the different focus tubes as well. Perhaps a production change on the layout chart. The tube complement list also has the 2av2 listed. Checked my RCA reference book and the 1V2 & the 2av2 are not listed as interchangeable. I have no experience w/these "later" model roundies. I would suggest that you repost or re-ask your questions to VK. Plenty of folks w/CTC-15's and if you're lucky a CM clone.

Best in the new year,

-Steve D.

The set appears to be a cross between a CTC16E and a CTC16X. All the 15 clones used a voltage doubler.
The 16E used a 1V2 where the 16X used a 2AV2.

Hey Alex, I just now returned to my computer. I suggested VK color tv section as you did before. However, you did fine logging on to The Vintage TV Collectors site as well. I read your inquiry about the blue lateral magnet. You received the proper response. Hopefully you'll find the original or a good replacement. I also hope you received a reply on the hor osc coil. I'll look forward to viewing your progress on the CM.

I always had to laugh at some of the clone sets like CM and Sears. On that set the picture tube bezel is plastic vs metal on the name brands. I'd always heard that Sears did that on lots of stuff they sold.